Our Test Kitchen said this Instant Pot jambalaya was one of the best they have ever tasted.
We were surprised by how easily it came together.
If you haven’t made jambalaya in anInstant Pot, give this recipe a try.
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Shrimpcan go from raw to rubbery in minutes.
Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never go back to the regularstovetop method.
African influence came by way of spices and seasonings.
Enslaved Africans in Louisiana developed and cooked dishes like jambalaya, contributing to the culinary traditions of the area.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.
Garnish fresh before serving.
Reheat in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop until hot throughout when ready to serve.
Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish before serving.
What To Serve With Instant Pot Jambalaya
Jambalaya is a hearty one-pot meal.
What’s not to love?
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(Time, instructions, and options may vary according to cooker brand or model.)
Select HIGH temperature setting, and allow to preheat 5 to 8 minutes.
Add oil, and stir in smoked sausage.
Cook sausage, stirring often, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
Add chicken:
Add chicken to cooker, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning.
Cook, stirring often, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Remove chicken with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
Add garlic, and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
Cook jambalaya:
Press CANCEL on multicooker.
Cover cooker with lid, and lock in place.
Turn steam release handle to SEALING position.
Select MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK setting.
Select HIGH pressure for 7 minutes.
(It will take 10 to 15 minutes to come up to pressure before cooking begins.)
This will take 3 to 4 minutes.
Remove lid from cooker, and stir in shrimp.
Note that the cooking times may vary.
Use a spicy sausage, spicy canned tomato variety, or add cayenne pepper for additional heat.
